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Island of the Blue Dolphins Spiral-Bound | 2010-02-08

Scott O'Dell Ted Lewin

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Newbery Medal winner Island of the Blue Dolphins is considered one of the greatest children's books ever written. This story of survival is as haunting and beautiful today as it was when it first appeared in print. And now, just in time to celebrate the book's fiftieth anniversary, Sandpiper is honored to bring a new paperback edition of this masterpiece to the next generation. With gorgeous packaging and an introduction by Newbery Medal winner Lois Lowry, this version will guarantee Karana's story inspires readers for decades to come. Read more
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Original Binding: Paperback
Pages: 192 pages
Item Weight: 0.35 lbs
Dimensions: 5.1 x 0.6 x 7.5 inches
"Years of research must have gone into this book to turn historical fact into so moving and lasting an experience." - The Horn Book
"A haunting and unusual story based on the fact that in the early 1800s an Indian girl spent eighteen years alone on a rocky island far off the coast of California. A quiet acceptance of fate characterizes her ordeal." - School Library Journal (starred review)
"A gripping story of battling wild dogs and sea elephants, this simply told, suspenseful tale of survival is also an uplifting adventure of the spirit." - Amazon.com
"Island of the Blue Dolphins is a unique story about a young Nicoleno girl named Karana who learned how to survive on an island by herself. This book continues to be a source of empowerment and adventure to any reader who decides to follow Karana’s story." - The Guardian
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